Tanks for the memories: bid to brand a mini Maleny

IT IS a landmark many of us take for granted on the journey home up the Bruce Hwy.

The large water tank bears the words "Historic Childers” and greets drivers at the top of the hill as they enter the town or turn down Goodwood Rd.

Built when the Gregory River was dammed in the late 60s, the tank is now the subject of a bid to upgrade it - and potentially rebrand the town.

At a Childers Chamber of Commerce general meeting on July 6, A1 real estate agent Michael Vella "expressed his opinion that the word 'Historic' not be prominent on the tank as it has an adverse effect on the real-estate industry in town” according to meeting minutes.

"Michael would consider the word 'Hinterland' more appropriate and beneficial. This point will be discussed further.”

In minutes from the executive meeting on the same day, the CCC secretary sent a letter and email to to Bundaberg Regional Council on the matter, with president Wayne Say planning to follow up with Deputy Mayor Bill Trevor.

Mr Vella declined to comment further, but he is not the only one keen on the idea.